A Suit and Laptop Friendly Carry-On

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Arrive with your laptop intact and your clothing unwrinkled with ECBC’s Sparrow Wheeled Garment Bag, a nifty carry-on that accommodates your electronics and your hanging outfits (like suits or dresses).

Price and Where to Buy: Available on Amazon and ECBC’s website for $399.99.

How It Rates:

Usefulness: 10/10. Anyone who’s ever had to travel with a suit or delicate dress knows that regular luggage just doesn’t cut it. The Sparrow has a garment hanger clasp to keep everything in place and unwrinkled. It also has a TSA-friendly electronics compartment that folds out flat and means your laptop can go through the scanner without being taken out of the bag. Plus, you can charge all of your devices with the included power pack.
Value: 5/10. $400 is a pretty hefty price tag for a carry-on. However, the built-in features (like the quick charge pocket and laptop protection) make this a worthy investment if you can afford it.
Durability: 10/10. The suitcase is made from a water repellent, extremely rugged ballistic nylon, and all of the zippers are self-repairing. It’s also protected by a lifetime warranty, and will be repaired or replaced if any defects arise.
Cool Factor: 10/10. The suitcase looks sleek, and arriving at your destination with wrinkle-free garments is pretty nice.

Final Verdict: If you need a carry-on that can handle your hanging garments and your laptop, and can afford the price tag, the Sparrow is a good investment suitcase.

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